Brass Bands for hire in Chelmsford

34 reviews

£2137.50 - £3067.50

Big Smoke Brass - UK

Brass bandLondon

Encore's 'Most Booked Brass Band' of 2022 & 2023!

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7 reviews

£1240 - £4060

Das Brass

Brass bandLondon

The incredible London Brass sensation that can play anywhere at a moments notice!

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10 reviews

£1750 - £2500

The Ambrassadors

Brass bandLondon

High-Energy Brass Band: Your Ultimate Pop Party Soundtrack!

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17 reviews

£1250 - £2000

Babel Brass Band

Brass bandLondon

UK's #1 award-winning Brass Band mixing pop covers, funk, hip-hop & jazz! Weddings, functions & festivals! Flexible price!

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4 reviews

£3750

All The Brass

Brass bandLondon

Fun, Energetic and the perfect offering for any event.

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4 reviews

Brass Rascals

Brass bandLondon

South London's most in demand Brass Rascals. We will bring the vibes to your event with the finest Pop, DnB, Dancehall and Garage. 😈 🥳 🎺

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3 reviews

£1220 - £3655

Hootini Brass Band

Brass bandLondon

Hootini are a brass band with a unique and genre-defying sound, playing a mix of upbeat covers along with their own original music.

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3 reviews

£1981.25 - £2668.75

UnSwung BRASS

Brass bandLondon

High-energy brass and percussion lineup, playing New Orleans jazz and pop covers! Available as a roaming acoustic act or amplified on stage!

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2 reviews

£1875 - £3125

Brass United Social Club

Brass bandLondon

A 17-headed brassy beast, blaring out pop classics & party bangers to make your booty bounce. We play festivals, pubs, and beyond!

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10 reviews

£1000 - £1500

Cavendish Brass

Brass bandRochester

Brass music to transform any event!

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2 reviews

Hot Take

Brass bandLondon

London based band starting parties around the UK & internationally.

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2 reviews

£1375 - £1790

Brass Bad Boys

Brass bandLondon

Brass Bad Boys : London's Favourite Wedding Brass Band. We've played over 200 events, all to 5* rating

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38 reviews

£900 - £2400

Deutsch Blasmusik

Brass bandSidcup

A traditional Oom-Pa band with a twist! They specialise in whimsical and charming combinations of traditional German and quirky pop hits.

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18 reviews

£1375 - £2500

Ziegen Brass

Brass bandLondon

Having wowed crowds across the UK, including a residency at Thorpe Park, Ziegen Brass are ready to bring the vibe to your Oktoberfest event!

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15 reviews

£1075 - £5050

Prostbusters

Brass bandLondon

Who you gonna call? Prostbusters! London's Top Oompah Party Band

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4 reviews

From£1280

Mama Brass

Brass bandLondon

New Orleans-inspired pop/funk band bringing some brassy lovin' to your lives

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6 reviews

£1000 - £2500

Trafalgar Brass

Brass bandLondon

Trafalgar Brass are one of London's most exciting Brass Ensembles, performing a variety of genres in both public and private settings.

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9 reviews

£1000 - £2025

Hot Gumbo Brass

Unique Wedding Band Ideas

Brass bandLondon

London's top New Orleans style brass band. Parties, parades, memorials, festivals. Fun and lively with an amazing groove!

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Latest reviews of our Brass Bands in Chelmsford

"We were very pleased with the performance from Babel Brass band. Many of the guests at my party commented afterwards how much they had enjoyed it. I will certainly be considering booking them again for the same event next year. "

Anne hired Babel Brass Band for a Private event (available in Chelmsford)

Verified Review, 21 June 2025

"What a performance!!! I honestly wouldn’t change a thing, everyone loved it and it really got the party going! Highly recommended! "

Rosie hired Big Smoke Brass - UK for a Wedding (available in Chelmsford)

Verified Review, 7 June 2025

"These guys were amazing! So nice and fantastic musicians! Made the night!!"

Hattie hired Brass Rascals for a Corporate event (available in Chelmsford)

Verified Review, 27 October 2024

FAQs about hiring Brass bands in Chelmsford

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How much does it cost to hire a Brass Band?

The typical brass band costs around £1110 to hire, with prices varying depending on the number of musicians in the band and performance length.

What instruments are in a brass band?

A traditional brass band includes cornets, flugelhorn, tenor horns, baritones, euphoniums, trombones, tubas (Eb and Bb), and percussion. All instruments are brass (except percussion), creating a rich, powerful sound for marches, classical pieces, and modern covers.

Hiring a Brass Band in Chelmsford

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Pop, Jazz, Rock

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June, July, August

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Looking to bring powerful, uplifting music to your event? Hiring a brass band is the perfect choice for creating an unforgettable atmosphere. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, festival, or parade, our professional brass bands are available to hire across the UK.

Brass bands are known for their bold sound, energy, and versatility. From traditional marches and classical pieces to upbeat pop covers and Christmas favourites, our acts can tailor their setlists to suit your event. You can book brass bands for indoor and outdoor performances, and many are happy to lead processions or perform roaming sets.

At Encore Musicians, we make brass band hire easy. With hundreds of vetted UK brass bands to choose from, you can browse profiles, watch videos, read reviews, and book directly with confidence. Our acts have performed at prestigious venues and high-profile events nationwide, so whether you're after a traditional British-style brass band or a lively New Orleans-style ensemble, we've got you covered.

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